1. 1 Discussion Class 8 Interoperability

2. 2 Question 1: Who are the authors of this paper? When strengths and biases do they bring?

3. 3 Question 2: (a) What do the terms syntax and semantics mean for interoperability? (b) Distinguish between syntax and semantics in the example: print(String:author, String:pubData, Float:price, String:address) (c) How much does Z39.50 support interoperation at a syntax level or a semantic level?

4. 4 Question 3: The paper lists six criteria for interoperability: High degree of component autonomy Low cost of infrastructure Ease of contributing components Ease of using components Breadth of task complexity supported by the solution Scalability in the number of components How do these criteria relate to the simple model of cost and functionality discussed in class?

5. 5 Question 4: The paper describes five families of solutions for interoperability strong standards families of standards external mediation specification based interaction mobile functionality (a) Give examples of each (b) Do you agree with the paper in showing links among them?

6. 6 Question 5: